HONG KONG, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As Macao celebrates the 25th anniversary of its handover from Portugal to China, CNN’s Next Stop travels to this special administrative region (SAR) to explore how its people are driving economic development to sustain the region’s legacy.
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HONG KONG, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As Macao celebrates the 25th anniversary of its handover from Portugal to China, CNN’s Next Stop travels to this special administrative region (SAR) to explore how its people are driving economic development to sustain the region’s legacy. Spanning 33.3 square-kilometres, Macao has transformed from a small Chinese fishing port into a bustling gaming hub. Now, the region is looking to diversify its industries once again.
Originally built in 1928, Hotel Central was once the tallest building in all of Portugal’s colonies, attracting the likes of Hollywood stars and even James Bond author Ian Fleming. However, it fell into decline after losing its gaming license in the 1960s. Decades later, businessman Simon Sio, who grew up across from the hotel, restored the iconic teal structure to its former glory. CNN takes a tour of the heritage…